Responsible players in the Northwest Cincinnati Area are encouraged to read the rulebook and attend clinics to enhance their knowledge of the game. Players will conduct themselves using the following guidelines. Responsible players will:

1. Know the rules of the game and abide by them.
2. Treat the referees with respect.
3. Demonstrate good sportsmanship to teammates, opposing players, referees, coaches and spectators.
4. Refrain from making negative remarks to, or harassing players, referees, coaches and spectators.
5. Do not use profanity or vulgar language.
6. Do not fight or provoke other players.
7. Play hard and aggressively, but fairly.
8. Listen to his/her coach and work diligently at learning the sport.

The following are penalties for player misconduct concerning Wings, Strikers, Kickers, Minors, and Seniors. Penalties for misconduct concerning Passers will be determined by the Hearing Committee, not to exceed those outlines for players in the older divisions. Penalties will be imposed by the District Representative as assessed by the Area Referee Coordinator and the Hearing Committee, or by action of the Area Board. Whether or not multiple penalties are assessed will be determined by the Hearing Committee. If multiple penalties are assessed, they will be served consecutively.

1. Abusive language to an official. Penalty - one game suspension.
2. Threatening actions or words towards official. Penalty - two game suspension.
3. Aggressive physical contact with the referee (i.e. grabbing the arm, turning the individual around, poking, bumping, pushing, etc.) Penalty - five game suspension.
4. Striking an official. Penalty - expulsion for the season (minimum five games).
5. Refusal to leave the playing field after an ejection. Penalty - two game suspension in addition to the penalty imposed for the original ejection.
6. Striking a Player. Penalty - two game suspension.
7. Ejection from the game for any other reason not listed above. Penalty - one game suspension.